Nitto Tires

[Michael Whang <mwhang@uclink4.berkeley.edu>]

Hey All,

About Nitto tires... I've actually heard some very good things about them.
I have a couple of friends with experience with Nittos and they were both
impressed with the cost and quality of these tires.   From what they told
me, they are relatively inexpensive for what you get.  Also, both these
guys were surprised to find out how long these tires lasted.

Nitto is a relatively small tire company in comparison to the BFG's out
there but they supposedly put out some good stuff.  If you want some more
information, European Car magazine (February 1997 issue) has an article
about one of their latest tires...the Nitto 501Exit GT...Z-rated.  The
article restates just about the same stuff that my friends have said:  "The
NT-501 are Nitto's offerings to the driver who wants a blend of performance
and durability at an affordable price."  I don't know what else you would
want from a tire so I guess these are okay.  

They are available in all kinds of sizes so if you want more info on these
tires, you can contact Nitto at:
Nitto Tires
1055 W. 7th St, 32nd floor
Los Angeles, Ca 90017

(800) 648-8652

No affiliation here whatsoever.  I'm just new to the quattro list and
thought I would make my first contribution by passing on some good
information.  

--Michael
*soon to be A4 2.8 30valve owner